The 10 best science and space museums in Ankara

Beautigul musuem abd if you are in ankara i highly recommend you to visit it. You may also visit aldo neabery musuems in the same location almost. There is many to see regarding to the hitittes and a lot of historical things regarding of haunting cooking etc from what first humain were doing.

Interesting place to discover the ancient history of Turkey. Everything is very interesting until the roman area which comes short. Their is good explanations of the artifacts exposed ans the place is beautifull too. I fou have one thing to see in ankara I believe it is it.

A must see place in Ankara! The museum is not so big but it's incredibly interesting. I've spent here 2.5 hours. The exposition is amazing, not just like in a common archeological museum. The entrance fee is high for foreigners, this is the only fault. €12 is a robbery

Fabulous wealth of amazing artifacts from neolithic to Roman occupation times. I could have spent another 3 hours here, but for time constraints. The Sumerian, Hittite and Akkadian stone carvings and wall reliefs are jaw dropping!

A stunning museum that is home to majority of the Anatolian Civilizations Heritage. Infact, won European Museum of the Year Award in 1997 which is an award started to be given out 1977. It is one of the most interesting and beautiful museums of the country. A must visit! ☺️

Wonderful museum! Carefully curated exhibits with English labels and the option of using audio devices for additional information in various languages. Highly recommended.

This is one of the most important Museum about Anatolic antique culture and Art. It is a great journey into the ancient art from Paleolitic period with divine feminine little sculptures (paleolitic venus), mural paintings and graffiti, decorated & zoomorphic vases, the fascinating Grave Sun Disk Ornament and primitive utensils till 1.000 BC. But nonetheless, there’a central rooms with decorared walls from ancient temples and cities. A must-see place, expecially if you are not going to travel through the region to visit ancient ruins spread all over former Anatolia. The location of the Museum is also a nice quiet place within a nice little park and close to a typical turkish market descending back to the big avenues. The Museum has designed also some space dedicated to rest and have some talks when finished the tour. Finally, as a restored old marketplace, the building in itself is a pleasant spot in the caotic architectural melting pot of the capitol.

Amazing place especially the informative museum. Security is tight and can take a while to clear. Our guide told us dslr cameras 📷 are not allowed in. However, on entry we noticed a number of people with them. At exit, asked the Security about this, and he advised that as long the camera and lens don't appear large, it's permitted. Not advisable to take more than one lens, so take a zoom type. Also be prepared for large crowds especially at weekends. Changing of guard is worth watching 👀. It happens every hour at quarter past hour.

A must visit in Ankara. It's free to enter, there is just an extensive security check at the entrance. They have an exhibition of Atuturks personal belongings as well (clothes, swords, medals, pipes, tea sets etc.) and an area displaying scenes from the war of independence. So it's also like visiting a museum. They have a small cafe too.

🇹🇷 Ankara — Atatürk Memorial (Anıtkabir) Visited the majestic Atatürk Memorial in Ankara — the final resting place of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the visionary founder of modern Turkey. The monument’s grand architecture reflects both ancient Anatolian and modern influences, symbolizing unity and progress. Standing before his tomb, I could feel the deep respect and pride the Turkish people hold for their leader. The Changing of the Guards ceremony was particularly moving — precise, solemn, and dignified — a timeless tribute to the Father of the Nation. 🇹🇷 #AtaturkMemorial #anitkabir #Ankara #ChangingOfTheGuards

With each passing year, I come to understand more profoundly how visionary and progressive Atatürk truly was. His place in history is unique, and no one can ever replace him.

A must when visiting Ankara. It’s very crowded but totally worth it. The line to enter the establishment or museum seem long but they go pretty fast. I never had to wait more than 15 minutes. The change of guard starts every hour (example 12:00) but until it’s in the main square it takes a couple minutes.

A beautiful place and a must place to go when you are in Ankara. The main attraction is the change over the guard parade. This place is solely dedicated to Mustafa Kemal Artaturk. All about him and his history is here. The muzium shows all his personal belongings and stories of his achievement to Turkiye. It's worth every money, time, effort, and sweat to come here.

A must visit attraction to learn about the history of the Turkish people and their leader Ataturk.

The Rahmi M. Koç Museum in Ankara is a hidden treasure worth every minute and penny! Nestled in the historic Altındağ district, just steps from the Ankara Citadel, this industrial museum is a captivating blend of past and present, housed in the beautifully restored Çengelhan (1522) and Safranhan (1511) buildings. Ticket prices are fair—160 TL for local adults, 70 TL for local students, and 400 TL for tourists—and the experience far exceeds the cost.Walking through, I was blown away by the variety: vintage cars, locomotives, maritime tools, old radios, and even a playful toy collection. Getting to interact with some exhibits brought the history to life—touching a piece of Turkey’s industrial story felt special. Standouts include Vehbi Koç’s first shop replica and a stunning 1700s painting of Ankara. The glass-roofed courtyard adds a modern flair to the Ottoman vibe, and the café is a cozy bonus.Its location is unbeatable—right by Ankara Castle and the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, making it easy to explore more after. Whether you’re a local or a tourist, this museum is a delight. I’d highly recommend it for a unique, hands-on dive into Turkey’s heritage!

Such a fun museum to explore! It’s full of fascinating history about old businesses and inventions. I especially loved the classic cars and the tiny model houses 🏠🚗 The place is clean, peaceful, and perfect for a slow museum walk.

The museum is amazing and has some really good vintage cars. There are other things and personally collections from koc family too. The museum also offers a cafe. Teachers and students pay a discounted price of 50 TL. Usual price is 100 TL

Mind blowing and beautiful. We are not sure what the theme of the museum is hahaha, it has tons of EVERYTHING, literally, but each corner is amazing and you just keep saying "wow" over and over. Very reasonably priced, we were there for at least 2 hours and I'm sure we didn't even finish half of the exhibits, this museum is massive and encompasses several buildings. Truly unique and marvelous, a must see in Ankara.

Very nice museum with various exhibits.

A truly impressive museum and a remarkable tribute to the life’s work of Rahmi M. Koç. The collection is incredibly diverse – from transportation and industrial heritage to everyday objects – all curated with an extraordinary attention to detail. You can feel the passion for innovation, history, and progress in every part of the museum. An absolute must-see in Ankara for anyone interested in technology, engineering, and culture. I was genuinely impressed – and will definitely return!

I really loved the musum. As someone interested in history and the people, it gave me really good glimpse into the life and profession of the Turkish people in the past century. The other part of the musum, which included the collection of many things, from model trains and model ships, to hunting gear, submarine and ship parts, etc, was really interesting as well. I spend more than two hours there, and I think I should've spent more.

I think the descriptions of the artifacts in this museum are problematic and inaccurate. It's as if no one but the Romans lived in Anatolia. Anyone who visits the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, 100 meters below, will understand the situation.

A great museum exhibiting artefacts from BC 2000 upto AC 16th century… Today, there was the ‘Children’s Take-over’ event, hence there were children working ad a guide, as a shop assistant, security guard, etc

This is a very small museum, with a nice small collection. Going around it will take you from 20-40 minutes. The reasons you should visit this museum are: 1. You have already seen the Anatolian Civilizations Museum that is a couple of meters next to this one. 2. You don’t have time for the Anatolian civilization museum which can take from 40min-1hour+ 3. You want to enjoy this museum’s café and with a nice view of the city.

Beautiful lovely little museum A very nice collection of old artifacts A must visit Had a cafe in the lower floor with lovely staff Don't miss

Although it is a small museum, it is one of the most original and qualified examples of museum and exhibition design in Turkey. I highly recommend it to anyone with a special interest in museology, exhibition, architectural design, architectural transformation and lighting design. The small but qualified souvenir section is also interesting. After completing the exhibitions, it is also a great pleasure to sit and drink coffee in the garden with an Ankara view. For a proper one of a kind visit, you need to spare 1-2 hours of your time.

One of the most unique museums and exhabitons in Ankara. Erimtan is a private archeology museum which is located around the citadel of Ankara. The entrance is 7 liras for adults. Aside from the exhibition, the museum cafe is pretty cosy and the food is tasty. Moreover, there are many workshops or conferences organized by the museum.

The entrance fee was 70 TL. There aren't so many exhibits in this museum, nevertheless there are some interesting ones among them. It took me 20 minutes to see all the exhibits. I don't see the point of going to this museum on purpose. But if you are passing by, you can go there.

We visited this place as it was on our list of places to visit in ankara. If you pay for tickets here, there will be no need to pay in the other museum. I loved the architecture of the building. I loved the details in this museum. The main parliament hall was so beautiful. I loved the photo that was there showing how meetings used to happen. This place is worth the visit. This place is not to be missed during your visit to Ankara.

My visit to the Republic Museum in Ankara was truly a fascinating experience that deeply immersed me in Turkey's rich history. Located in the heart of the capital, next to the second parliament building, the museum offered an engaging journey through the events and personalities that shaped the modern Turkish republic. Upon arrival, I was greeted by an impressive and modern building, which, in itself, made a statement about the country's progress. The architecture was striking and symbolized the values of innovation and advancement that Atatürk and his successors had in their vision for Turkey. The museum began with a chronological display of the events that led to the establishment of the republic, with World War I and the War of Independence as significant milestones. The exhibited artifacts, photographs, and documents were informative and captivating. I was particularly impressed by the documents marking the signing of the Treaty of Lausanne, which signified the end of the Turkish War of Independence and the establishment of the new republic. A highlight of the museum was the section dedicated to Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the republic. His personal belongings, clothing, and furniture were beautifully displayed. The immersive audiovisual presentations and biographical information provided an in-depth understanding of his life and legacy. It felt as though I was getting a step closer to the man behind the legend. Another intriguing aspect of the museum was the depiction of the social and cultural transformation that took place in the early years of the republic. The exhibited items, including clothing, musical instruments, and artworks, bore witness to the transition from an Ottoman-influenced society to a modern, secular state. This was a pivotal period in Turkish history, and the museum vividly brought this transformation to life. A highlight of my visit was the opportunity to enter Turkey's second parliament building, which is part of the museum complex. This impressive building served as the parliament from 1961 to 1982 and has a rich history. The marble columns and the grandeur of the assembly hall were breathtaking, providing a sense of the country's political history. What made the museum even more special was the informative and friendly attitude of the staff. They were willing to answer questions and provide additional information about the displayed pieces. It made my visit all the more enriching. After my journey through Turkey's history, I visited the museum cafe, where I could savor traditional Turkish dishes and beverages. It was a perfect conclusion to my visit as I reflected on the impressions of the day. In summary, my visit to the Republic Museum in Ankara was a deeply satisfying and educational experience. It offered a captivating glimpse into the remarkable history and evolution of the Turkish republic. The museum succeeded in presenting the country's complex history in an accessible and immersive manner. I left with a deeper understanding and appreciation for Turkey's rich cultural and political heritage. I highly recommend this museum to anyone interested in history, culture, and politics. It is a true treasure for the city of Ankara and for Turkey as a whole.

To better understand, I advise visiting this after the first Parliament - the same ticket of 3-4 Euros is valid for both. This edifice was primary built for the Republican People's party, but was converted into a Parliament and served for that purpose 1924-1960. On the lower floor is the big assembly room with Ataturk vax figure on the balcony. The upper floor has offices of the President, Prime minister, clerks and a guest meeting room. Count on 30-45 min for your visit.

its a beautiful building and turkish republic and the place where everything was decided in parlamant. For a forigner there is nothing special but its good to visit if you like world history of any country. The price was 20Tl For each person and the good point is you can use same ticket also for war of independence musium 100 meters distance in the same street.

Museum with historical items related to the founding of the republic, and personal items of Atatürk and other leaders.

The museum has amazing relics of the republican history of Turkey. Beautiful crafted furniture, paintings of Ataturk and even the clothing he wore.

WHEN YOU BUY THE TICKET FOR THE WAR OF INDEPENDENCE MUSEUM YOU CAN GET INTO THIS MUSEUM AS WELL, VERY NICE MUSEUM LOTS OF ARTIFACTS TO SEE, AGAIN MAJOR ISSUE IS THE PARKING NO PARKING LOT

Nice and informative museum. Explanations could have been more detailed. Good for kids.

Was a Very nice moment and when you touch that world war planes, you feel like flying!! İ wish it was larger and more interactive..

Great cultural place

Great museum! Kids will really love it.

Take a ring (METU school bus) to see this place - it's indeed far.

Excellent museum managed by a public university: METU.

Wow, I love science and METU

Small musium but amazing chess collection. This is the biggest chess musim collection in the world and has been chosen as a world guinness record. Very recomended to visit. There is also a cafe inside and a locker for visitors to put their stuff 😊 The owner was a very kind lady we talked to her i hope you would be lucky to meet her. Outside of thw musium are many small very nice wooden decorated cafes. Good place to forget life stresses for a a while.

Super place located in a wonderful part of Ankara! Walking around in the streets and visiting the museum is a must do. A lot of beautiful board's and pieces from around the world. Could have wished for a souvenir shop with more chess items.

One of the must visit place in Ankara , the museum is at the central of old downtown and they have an amazing chess collection from all around the world.

If you come to Ankara then this is a must see attraction : there are hundreds of fascinating chess sets from around the world and an inviting shop. 6tl for pensioner

Whether or not you have a passion for chess, it should definitely be seen. An excellent museum created with great effort!

Super super cool collection of chess of a lot of themes, even with 2 authentic Chinese chess sets haha

A must visit place for chess lovers. Lots of unique sets on display. A good hour can be spent around the museum. Cafe on-site serves good food as well. Situated between Ankara Castle and Hamamonu areas

Great place for kids thanks for your efforts

(Translated by Google) The entrance fee is 50 TL. The instructors on duty are very good at explaining things. Some equipment doesn't work. It's a great place for kids. It offers the opportunity to experience everything. (Original) Giriş ücreti 50 tl. Görevli öğretmenlerin çok güzel anlatımı var. Bazı cihazlar çalışmıyor. Çocuklar için harika yer. Herşeyi deneyimleme imkanı sunuyor.

(Translated by Google) Altınpark is a center established for students to learn the basic principles of science in a fun environment. It is one of the first science centers in Turkey. Paid parking is available at the entrance of Altınpark's sports complex and swimming pool. If you are lucky, you can find parking on the side of the road. You reach the science center by walking a few hundred meters from the door. There is a workshop section on the ground floor of the museum, which has an entrance fee (50 TL for full, 40 TL for teachers and students). When we went, at 15:00, there was an experiment presentation with explanation of the experiment, the subject of which was electricity. I witnessed students having a good time and learning. (Original) Altınpark bünyesinde bulunan, öğrencilerin eğlenceli bir ortamda bilimin temel prensiplerini öğrenmesi için kurulmuş bir merkezdir. Türkiye'nin ilk bilim merkezinden birisidir. Altınpark'ın spor kompleksi ve yüzme havuzu girişinde ücretli otopark mevcuttur. Şanslı gününüzdeyseniz yol kenarında park yeri bulabilirsiniz. Kapıdan birkaç yüz metre yürüyerek bilim merkezine ulaşırsınız. Girişi ücretli (tam 50, öğretmen, öğrenci 40 TL) olan müzenin alt katında atölye kısmı bulunmaktadır. Gittiğimizde saat 15'te konusu elektrik olan deney anlatımlı deney sunumu vardı. Öğrencilerin hoşça vakit geçirip öğrendiğine şahit oldum.

(Translated by Google) The entrance fee is 50 TL for everyone. There were sinks on the right side of the entrance and they were clean. The inside was very nice and had fun things. I couldn't take pictures of most of them so I couldn't add them. (Original) Giriş ücreti herkes için 50 tl. Girişin sağ tarafında lavabolar vardı ve temizdi. İçerisi gayet güzeldi ve eğlenceli şeyler vardı. Bir çoğunun fotoğrafını çekemediğim için ekleyemedim.

(Translated by Google) It was a wonderful experience. It's a place that will instill a love of science in children. I'm sure you'll enjoy it as adults, too. The demonstration and explanation were also excellent. Thank you to everyone who contributed. (Original) Çok güzel bir deneyim oldu. Çocuklara bilimi sevdirecek bir yer. Yetişkin olarak da çok memnun kalacağınıza eminim. Gösteri ve anlatım da çok güzeldi. Emek veren herkese teşekkürler.

(Translated by Google) I've been to science centers in Konya, Bursa and Eskişehir before, there were so many activities for children, this place seemed too small for me. It's a place that can be visited in half an hour, but I waited 2 hours for the electrical experiment. The only good thing is the electrical experiment that lasts 10 minutes. (Original) Daha önce Konya, Bursa ve Eskişehirdeki bilim merkezlerine gittim çok fazla çocuklar için etkinlik vardı, burası bana göre çok küçük geldi. Yarım saatte gezilip çıkılacak bir yer, elektirik deneyi için 2 saat bekledim. Tek güzel taraf 10 dakika süren elektirik deneyi.

(Translated by Google) We had the chance to take our child to the center we went to as a child 30 years ago. There are 55 experiments inside. I can say that it appeals to children from the age of 4-5. Entrance fee is 40 TL, students are 30 TL. Children under 5 years old are free. There is a paid parking lot but its capacity is limited. We parked outside. If you are going on the weekend, you should go early to avoid parking problems. We spent a very enjoyable hour with my daughter. The employees who were involved in the experiments were very interested in my daughter, thank you very much. (Original) 30 yıl önce çocukken gittiğimiz merkeze çocuğumuzu götürmek nasip oldu. İçeride 55 tane deney mevcut. 4-5 yaşından itibaren çocuklara hitap ediyor diyebilirim. Giriş tam 40 tl öğrenci 30 tl. 5 yaş çocuk ücretsiz. Ücretli park yeri mevcut ancak kapasitesi az. Dışarıya park ettik biz. Haftasonu gidilecekse erken saatte gidilmeli park yeri sorunu yaşamamak için. Kızımla çok keyifli 1 saat geçirdik. Deneylerle ilgili çalışanlar yakından ilgilendiler kızımla, çok teşekkürler

It's worth the trip for history lessons and views. Wonderful experience

This is an amazing museum describing and explaining the history of the war of independence for Turkey and the role player by Ataturk.

Inside Anıtkabir, next to Ataturk’s mausoleum. The line it’s usually really long, but I went on a week day and didn’t have to wait. I highly recommend this, if possible see it before visiting the mausoleum. It’s also free for everybody.

An exploration of the rich historical context surrounding the first president of Türkiye, encompassing key aspects of their life and legacy.

The building is located in Ulus Square, Ankara. Initially it was planned as the Committee of Union and Progress Party building and designed by the pious foundation's architect Salim Bey and the construction, which started in 1915, was supervised by the Army Corps architect Hasip Bey. The two-storey building is in Turkish architectural style and its most prominent characteristic is the use of Ankara stone (andesite) in its masonry walls. When the decision was given to gather the National Assembly in this building on 23 April 1920, the construction was not yet complete. It was completed as a result of the enthusiasm and contributions of the people. The building functioned as the I. Turkish Grand National Assembly between 23 April 1920 and 15 October 1924. Later, it was used as People's Republican Party headquarters and Law School. In 1952 it was transferred to the Ministry of Education and restoration works started in 1957 to convert the building for a museum. It was opened to public as the Turkish Grand National Assembly Museum in 23 April 1961. In the beginning of 1981, the new restoration and refurbishment work started by the Antiquities and Museums General Directorate of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism within the programme of Atatürk's centenary birth celebrations. The building reopened to the public as the Independence War Museum on 23 April 1981. Opening of the I. Turkish Grand National Assembly Crowds of thousands of people gathered around the building for the opening of Assembly on 23 April 1920. After the ceremonies the Assembly had its first meeting with 115 representatives. The first speech was made by the President of the Assembly, elected for being the oldest member, Sinop representative Serif Bey. “Honourable members of the Assembly, It is well known that the Capitol of Caliphate and the Government has been occupied in temporary terms by the enemy forces and our independence has been restricted in every respect. Submission to these conditions means acceptance of captivity imposed by the foreign powers. However, eternally free and an independent nation of ours, determined to exist in absolute independence, rejected this captivity with final determination and by gathering its representatives, brought into being this Grand Assembly of ours. In the name of the speaker of the Grand Assembly and by the help of God, I declare the principals of absolute independence and self determination of the nation to the whole world and open the National Assembly.” After this opening speech, Ankara representative Mustafa Kemal had his turn to speak and explained the method implemented for the election of members to form the assembly: “As you all know, our Grand Assembly is constituted by the re-elected honourable members charged with extraordinary powers and honourable members fleeing from the Government Capital which was attacked and occupied. The constitution of this Grand Assembly was made possible only by the new election system, which included those who were able to flee from the capital and join us. Presently your Assembly is meeting with all legalities.” The second session of the Assembly held on 24 April 1920 and Mustafa Kemal unanimously elected as the President of the Assembly. Mustafa Kemal made a lengthy and significant speech in this meeting. Saying, “There is no power above this Grand Assembly anymore...” indicated the importance of this Assembly. Independence War concluded by the successful leadership of Gazi Mustafa Kemal and the decisions taken in the First Turkish Grand National Assembly. Among those decisions are, approval of the First Constitution on 20 January 1921, approval of the National Anthem on 12 March 1921 and abolishing of Sultanate on 1 November 1922. Approval of Lausanne Peace Treaty on 24 July 1923, establishing Ankara as the Capital City of the Turkish Republic on 13 October 1923, Declaration of Republic and the election of Gazi Mustafa Kemal as the First President of the Republic on 29 October 1923, are also taken place in this Assembly. In one of his speeches, Atatürk saying, “Th

A museum & Mausoleum of Turkiye's great leader Mustafa Kemal Attaturk. Impressive building and informative museum about Attaturk. Don't forget to watch the guard changing ceremony.

Fantastic experience! Must visit for everybody! It is total free Souvenir shop is with very modest prices.

Pembe Köşk, (The Pink Mension) is one of the landmarks, in Ankara, of the Turkiye Cumhuriyet i, after the Cankaya Mension, the house where Mustafa Kemal Atatürk lived after he became president. Ismet Inonu, a close friend and second in command during the Independence War, bought this house in 1923, and moved there, with his family in 1925, after the completion of the renovations. Ismet Inonu lived in Pembe Köşk until his death in 2973. The house is still an Inonu property, open to the public only for a brief period of time in Novembers. The house has a magestic dining hall, with it's furniture a gift of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. He would call from Cankaya Mension, inform that he would come for dinner, would sit at the head of the table, and discuss with the guests the important issues of the new republic. I was fortunate to have the opportunity to visit Pembe Köşk in November 2022. It is part of Turkish history.

I go to this place on October 1st and it wa closed. The man was working there told me this place is opened only two days a year. October 39 and April 10.

The Pink Pavilion is closed for renovations and will open again in late October or November 2019. Thanks Mr Google for not having this updated or having a 'temporarily closed' option.

Very interesting museum off Ataturk best friend!

A must see museum when visiting Ankara! So much history about the start of the Republic.

A great museum

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